Senior Drywall Estimator & Self-Perform Lead

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a veteran leader for estimating and preconstruction with a focus on self-perform drywall, framing, and carpentry.

You will analyze data, prepare detailed cost estimates, and drive truth across bids and budgets. The role requires strong communication, risk mitigation, and negotiation skills to foster a collaborative team environment and deliver competitive, accurate packages for Roseville, CA projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of drywall/framing preconstruction and estimating experience in large commercial, education, and/or healthcare markets.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Extensive experience and highly skilled with OST and Quickbid software.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consistently accurate, detailed quantity surveys.
• Independently prepare self-perform cost estimate packages for projects using plans and specs.
• Attend preconstruction meetings to learn project information, estimating deadlines, and deliverables.
• Discuss project scope clearly during estimate review.
• Prepare and submit pre-bid RFI’s for scope clarifications.
• Prepare variance reports to identify cost deltas at budget updates.
• Identify cost-savings opportunities.
• Prepare estimate turnover packages for self-perform operation teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information to internal and external partners/vendors.
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work and subcontracts.

Skills

Drywall estimation

Preconstruction

Cost estimation

team leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

OST

Quickbid

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.
  
  
  

Position Summary

The leader for this opportunity will be engaged with the estimating and preconstruction efforts for our self-perform activities. This role requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to analyze, adjust, report, and present key performance indicators for common and specialty scopes within the drywall, framing, and carpentry discipline. This partner will create and foster a team environment, build trust, have a competitive spirit, skillfully negotiate, and identify risk mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consistently accurate, detailed, quantity surveys.
• Independently prepare complete self-perform cost estimate packages for projects using applicable project plans, specifications and supporting documentation.
• Attend preconstruction meetings to learn project information, estimating deadlines, and deliverables.
• Able to discuss project scope clearly and effectively during estimate review.
• Prepare and submit pre-bid RFI’s for scope clarifications.
• Prepare variance reports to identify the cost deltas at each budget update.
• Identify cost-savings opportunities.
• Prepare estimate turnover packages for the self-perform operation teams.
• Exceptional communication with all internal and external partners.
• Subject matter expert in drywall, framing, and carpentry scopes.
• Highly experienced in material pricing, volatility, and procurement strategies.
• Conducts reviews of milestone documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
• Co-develop post bid budgets/SOV.
• Assist in field change pricing if needed.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to internal and external partners/vendors
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work and subcontracts.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 7+ years of drywall/framing preconstruction and estimating experience in large commercial, education, and/or healthcare markets.
• General knowledge of construction principles, codes, and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Extensive experience and highly skilled with OST and Quickbid software.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with team and clients
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
• Maintains a “value added” approach to estimating
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks under differing deadlines.
  
  
  

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For Roseville California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $100,000-125,000 depending on experience. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.